Underwriting Assistant

Location: New York

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R26 Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Bridge Specialty Group seeks an
** Underwriting Assistant
** to join our team in NYC, NY!

The Underwriter Assistant supports the Binding Authority Underwriters by reviewing applications, inspections, and other pertinent information to evaluate, classify, and rate individuals and/or groups for insurance.
** How You Will Contribute:
*** Examines such documents as application forms, inspection reports, insurance maps, and medical reports to determine degree of risk from such factors as applicant financial standing, age, occupation, accident experience, and value and condition of property.
* Reviews company records to determine amount of insurance in force on a single risk or group of closely related risks, and evaluates possibility of losses due to catastrophe or excessive insurance.
* Work with Binding Authority Underwriters when underwriting new and renewal risks, ensuring that all required information is obtained, proper applications are complete, quotes and binders are confirmed in writing, policies are issued promptly and accurately, state filings where applicable are made, and taxes are paid according to appropriate state laws.
* Issue and/or re-issue certificates of insurance.
* Frequently coordinate and correspond with other internal and external departments via phone, mail and email to respond to questions, investigate and resolve issues, and follow up on outstanding items.
* Assist in the training of other personnel as directed, not limited to instructing and training processors and assistants, review indications, quotes, binders, submissions, and policies for completeness and accuracy.
* Ensure all correspondence and requests are documents and attached to the appropriate file in the appropriate system(s).
** Licenses and

Certifications:

*** Working towards or holds valid P&C license.
** Skills & Experience to Be Successful:
*** Associate or bachelor’s degree in an insurance or accounting related discipline (preferred)
* High School Diploma or GED.
* Proficient with MS Office Suite
* Exceptional telephone demeanor
* Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
* 1 – 2 years' experience in a similar position
** Pay Range**$62,500 - $62,500 Annual
* The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.
*** Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
** We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
* * Health Benefits*:
Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
* * Financial Benefits*: ESPP; 401k;
Student Loan Assistance;
Tuition Reimbursement
* * Mental Health & Wellness*:
Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
* * Beyond Benefits*:
Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
* Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.
*** The Power To Be Yourself
** As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results.

With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions.

We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater “WE”—never “me.”While

diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers.
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